ENG vs IND Live, 5th Test Day 4: Rain played spoilsport on Day 4 with England just 35 runs away from a series win. As the Day 4 closed, England posted 339/6 with Jamie Overton and Jamie Smith on the crease. But it’s good news for Team India as the bowlers will get some rest before they charge in again for the last four wickets. Harry Brook and Joe Root’s 195-run stand kept England on track for a record chase at the Oval. While Brook departed for 111, Root held steady. England resumed at 50/1, but with Ben Duckett on the attack, India did not get many opportunities. A lacklustre Prasidh Krishna gave India a chance, but Mohamed Siraj stepped on the boundary rope to give Brook a lifeline.
ENG vs IND Live, 5th Test Day 4
What to look forward to on Day 4
- England’s Chase: Can Duckett and Pope build a solid platform to chase the record-breaking 374?
- India’s Bowling Attack: Will Siraj and Akash Deep exploit early conditions to take quick wickets?
- Joe Root’s Role: Can Root, with 793 runs at The Oval, anchor England’s innings?
- Pitch Behaviour: Will the flattening pitch favour batters or offer spinners like Jadeja a chance?
- Weather Impact: Will forecasted rain showers disrupt the day’s play and affect strategies?
Day 4 Match Preview
Day 4 at The Oval promises high-stakes cricket as England face a challenging 374-run chase, needing 324 more with nine wickets in hand. India, buoyed by Jaiswal’s 118 and Siraj’s dramatic dismissal of Zak Crawley, hold the edge after setting a formidable target, thanks to fifties from Akash Deep, Jadeja, and Washington Sundar.
England’s hopes rest on Duckett’s aggressive start and the experience of Joe Root, who averages 41.73 at this venue. Ollie Pope, captaining in Stokes’ absence, must counter India’s pace attack, led by Siraj and Akash Deep, while Jadeja could exploit any turn on a wearing pitch. England’s Bazball approach has seen them chase 371 and 378 in recent years, but the Oval’s highest successful chase remains 263 (1902).
India, without Bumrah, will rely on disciplined bowling to defend their lead and level the series. Rain forecasts could complicate strategies, potentially favouring a draw if play is curtailed. Key battles, like Harry Brook vs. Washington Sundar, will shape the day. With the series on the line, both teams’ resilience and tactical nous will be tested in this gripping finale.
Oval Pitch Report Day 4
The Oval pitch, traditionally batting-friendly early, has flattened out by Day 4, offering good bounce and carry for stroke play. Initially assisting seamers with an 8mm grass cover, it now favours batters, as seen in India’s 396. Spinners like Ravindra Jadeja may find some turn and variable bounce as cracks widen and footmarks develop, especially in the final sessions. Pacers will still get movement with the new ball, but consistency is key. Since 2019, average scores at The Oval are under 300, suggesting a balanced track rewarding disciplined bowling and patient batting.
London Weather Report
The weather forecast for London on August 3, 2025, indicates spells of rain, with a 60-90% chance of showers, particularly in the afternoon. Temperatures will range between 14°C and 24°C, with humidity around 88% and winds up to 13 km/h. Periodic showers could interrupt play, potentially affecting team strategies and favoring the side bowling first. A yellow warning for thunderstorms may further disrupt proceedings, making a full day’s play uncertain.
Highest successful chase at The Oval
The highest successful run chase at The Oval is 263/9 by England against Australia in 1902. Since 2000, the highest successful chase is 219 by Sri Lanka in 2024. England’s current target of 374 would be a record if achieved, surpassing their second-highest chase of 371 earlier in this series.
| Target | Team | Score | Opponent | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 263 | England | 263/9 | Australia | 1902 |
| 252 | West Indies | 255/2 | England | 1963 |
| 242 | Australia | 242/5 | England | 1972 |
| 225 | West Indies | 226/2 | England | 1988 |
| 219 | Sri Lanka | 219/2 | England | 2024 |
ENG vs IND Live Streaming Details
- India: Live telecast on Sony Sports Network (Sony Sports 1, 3, 4, 5); streaming on JioHotstar app and website.
- UK: Live on Sky Sports.
- Global: Check local broadcasters for availability.
- Start Time: 3:30 PM IST (11:00 AM BST) daily.
ENG vs IND Playing 11
- England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (c), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes (ruled out with shoulder injury), Gus Atkinson, Jamie Overton, Josh Tongue
- India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, B Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Karun Nair, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Washington Sundar, Akash Deep, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj
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